Asante Kotoko coach Prosper Ogum has acknowledged the challenges posed by the relocation of Ghana Premier League clubs, including Kotoko and Hearts of Oak, after the National Sports Authority (NSA) closed the Baba Yara and Accra Sports Stadiums for renovations.
The closures followed CAF’s ban of Baba Yara from hosting Black Stars games.
In an interview with 3Sports, Ogum highlighted how the change of venues will disrupt teams’ performances, as players will struggle to adapt to new environments.
"Yes, I think so," Ogum said when asked if the venue change would impact teams. "You have to always be on the move. Today you're at this venue, the next time you have to go somewhere else because of the venue not meeting a particular standard."
He explained that constantly shifting between venues makes it harder for players to develop confidence and adjust to different atmospheres.
"The more players play on a particular pitch, the more confident they get. But when you move from one venue to another, it takes time for them to adjust," Ogum added.
Despite these challenges, Ogum is confident that Kotoko’s loyal supporters will continue to follow the team. "If we go to Obuasi and do well, the supporters will travel. They don't care about the distance. Once Kotoko is playing well and winning, wherever you take Kotoko, our supporters will come."
Kotoko will hope to adjust quickly as they face Young Apostles in their first home game at Obuasi Len Clay Stadium.